~Eric Olson, Class of 2024

Food Insecurity

Nothing is more important than health.

“If you cannot feed a hundred people, then feed just one.” “Make us worthy, Lord, to serve those throughout the world who live and die in poverty or hunger. Give them, through our hands, this day their daily bread; and by our understanding love, give peace and joy.”

How the Other Half Eats

Your social class can be the difference between having a healthy or unhealthy diet. How The Other Half Eats has challenged me to persevere through anything even if I don’t even joy doing it. Reading How the other Half Eats has challenged me to try and read in more detail than I ever had before; the boring theme forced me to come back to certain parts of the book. In the end I realized that not everything in life I will enjoy. 

Reading “How the Other Half Eats” has revealed to me the complex realities of food consumption and its social implications. The book explores the disparities in access to nutritious food between different socioeconomic classes. It highlights how affluent communities have abundant options while lower-income areas often face limited choices, leading to reliance on fast food and processed items.

Additionally, the book delves into systemic issues such as food deserts, emphasizing the need to address structural barriers to food access. Beyond physical health, it discusses the social and psychological aspects of food, underscoring its role in cultural identity and social bonds.

The book prompts reflection on the urgency of addressing food inequality and fostering a more inclusive food culture.